Elad Benari

Elad Benari

News writer based in North America

Elad was born in Haifa, Israel, and currently resides in Canada.

News by Elad Benari

Bulgaria: Trial by April for Burgas Suspects

Bulgaria is planning to open a trial by April for two suspects in the attack that killed five Israeli tourists in Burgas.

Bulgaria: Trial by April for Burgas Suspects

Hamas: We Didn't Train Egyptian Islamists

Hamas rejects Egyptian report accusing it of teaching Islamists in Egypt how to plant bombs in cars.

Hamas: We Didn't Train Egyptian Islamists

Iran: We Want to Talk, Won't Give Up Rights

Iran's new envoy to the IAEA says Tehran has a "strong will" to talk about its nuclear program, but won't give up its "nuclear rights."

Iran: We Want to Talk, Won't Give Up Rights

Israel Developing New Arrow Missile

Israel Aerospace Industries is developing a new version of the “Arrow” missile that will be quicker and more accurate.

Israel Developing New Arrow Missile

Kerry to Syria: This Is Not a Game

A U.S. threat to attack Syria for gassing its own people remains an option, stresses Secretary of State John Kerry.

Kerry to Syria: This Is Not a Game

Syria Joins Anti-Chemical Weapons Treaty

Syria's UN ambassador his country has joined the anti-chemical weapons treaty. State Dept.: Military option still on the table.

Syria Joins Anti-Chemical Weapons Treaty

IDF Imposes Closure on PA-Assigned Areas

Defense Minister Moshe Yaalon orders that the IDF impose a general closure on the Judea and Samaria over Yom Kippur.

IDF Imposes Closure on PA-Assigned Areas

Israeli Delegation in Cairo to Discuss Sinai

An Israeli delegation arrives at the Cairo airport as Egypt's army continues to crack down on terrorists in the Sinai.

Israeli Delegation in Cairo to Discuss Sinai

Syrian MP Threatens Israel, U.S. Bases

Kurdish Syrian MP tells Hezbollah TV: If U.S. attacks us, we'll respond by targeting Israel and the American bases in the Gulf.

Syrian MP Threatens Israel, U.S. Bases

U.S.: Iran Nuclear Developments Are 'Troubling'

The United States says it is seeing "troubling developments" in Iran's nuclear program, calls on Rouhani to take concrete steps.

U.S.: Iran Nuclear Developments Are 'Troubling'

German Town to Strip Hitler of Citizenship

68 years after his death, the German town of Goslar plans to strip the Nazi leader of his honorary citizenship.

German Town to Strip Hitler of Citizenship

Senate Could Vote on Syria Next Week

Senate could vote on Syria strike as soon as next week if efforts to find a diplomatic solution to the crisis fail.

Senate Could Vote on Syria Next Week

Russia Denies Report of Arms Deal with Iran

A spokesman for Putin denies that the Russian President plans to offer Iran S-300 missile systems and another nuclear reactor.

Russia Denies Report of Arms Deal with Iran

Security Council Talks End with No Progress

UN Security Council envoys from Britain, China, France, Russia and the U.S. talk about Syria, but no agreement reached.

Security Council Talks End with No Progress

'9/11 Trials Have Been Going On Too Long'

Dov Shefi lost his son Hagay in the September 11 attacks. "It's too bad that justice has yet to be done with the planners," he says.

'9/11 Trials Have Been Going On Too Long'

Security Council to Discuss Syria, Again

Envoys from Britain, China, France, Russia and the United States will meet Wednesday night to discuss the situation in Syria.

Security Council to Discuss Syria, Again

Iran: Strike on Syria May Trigger Attack on Israel

Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister: In the event of a U.S. attack on Syria, some groups may retaliate by striking the Jewish state.

Iran: Strike on Syria May Trigger Attack on Israel

Syrian Rebels: U.S. Giving Us Some Weapons

The United States has begun distributing some weapons to the Syrian rebels, says a spokesman on their behalf.

Syrian Rebels: U.S. Giving Us Some Weapons

Iran Planning to Send More Animals Into Space

A monkey, a mouse, a rabbit, or a cat? Iran's Space Agency claims at least one of these animals will be sent to space.

Iran Planning to Send More Animals Into Space

Rouhani: Limited Time to Resolve Nuclear Dispute

Iran’s president says the time for resolving Iran's nuclear dispute with the West is limited, urges world to seize the opportunity.

Rouhani: Limited Time to Resolve Nuclear Dispute

If We Don't React, Assad Will Use Chemicals Again

In speech to the nation, Obama makes the case for a strike on Syria but says he'll give Russian proposal a chance.

If We Don't React, Assad Will Use Chemicals Again

Polish Muslim: Kosher, Halal Slaughter Are Legal

The head of Poland's Muslim community says a ban on halal and kosher slaughter is invalid under European law.

Polish Muslim: Kosher, Halal Slaughter Are Legal

Kerry and Lavrov to Discuss Deal on Syria

Security Council meeting on Syria postponed, as Obama decides to send Kerry to discuss Russia's proposal on Syria's chemical weapons.

Kerry and Lavrov to Discuss Deal on Syria

Obama Asks Congress to Delay Votes on Syria

Obama asks to delay votes on authorizing military strikes against Syria in order to give Russian proposal a chance.

Obama Asks Congress to Delay Votes on Syria

Video: What Do Egyptians Know About the Holocaust?

MEMRI video shows child journalist hitting the streets in Egypt and asking locals about the Holocaust.

Video: What Do Egyptians Know About the Holocaust?

Residents of Jerusalem Victims of Daily Attacks

Jewish residents of Jerusalem’s Abu Tor neighborhood have been the victims of repeated rock attacks by Arab residents of the neighborhood.

Residents of Jerusalem Victims of Daily Attacks

Radical Cleric: Let U.S. Attack in Syria

Radical Egyptian cleric Yusuf al-Qaradawi says he supports strike in Syria because “the Muslims cannot do it.”

Radical Cleric: Let U.S. Attack in Syria

Assassination Attempt on Head of Egyptian Movement

Gunmen open fire on car of head of Egypt's Tamarod youth movement, which led protests against ousted president.

Assassination Attempt on Head of Egyptian Movement

Senate Vote on Syria Strike Delayed

Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid delays a procedural vote on a military strike in Syria, which was scheduled for Wednesday.

Senate Vote on Syria Strike Delayed

Expert: Don't Ignore the Pakistani Nuclear Threat

The nuclear threat from Pakistan is even more dangerous than the one from Iran, warns head of Muslim Canadian Congress.

Expert: Don't Ignore the Pakistani Nuclear Threat

Obama: Russia's Proposal Significant

Obama in media blitz: Russia's proposal regarding Syria is a positive development, but I'm skeptical Syria would comply.

Obama: Russia's Proposal Significant

France Sets Conditions for Russian Proposal

A proposal to have Assad hand over his chemical weapons arsenal is acceptable under certain conditions, says French FM Fabius.

France Sets Conditions for Russian Proposal

Official: Learn From Israel's War on Terror

"We must fight terrorism with the same virtues which have been shown in Israel," says assistant commissioner of London Police.

Official: Learn From Israel's War on Terror

PA: Kerry Pressuring EU to Delay Boycott

Negotiator Nabil Shaath says EU boycotting guidelines encouraged the PA to resume peace talks with Israel.

PA: Kerry Pressuring EU to Delay Boycott

Obama to Meet Senators to Gain Support for Strike

Obama will travel to Capitol Hill, where he will try to convince members of his own party to support a strike in Syria.

Obama to Meet Senators to Gain Support for Strike

Egypt: 'Israeli Spy Stork' Killed and Eaten

The latest “Israeli animal spy”, a stork that was detained by Egyptian police on suspicion of spying, has been killed and eaten.

Egypt: 'Israeli Spy Stork' Killed and Eaten

Syrian Children to Congress: Support the Strike

A new YouTube video shows Syrian children asking members of the U.S. Congress to support a military strike in Syria.

Syrian Children to Congress: Support the Strike

Syria Amassed Chemicals with Western Help

Leaked cables: The Assads amassed their chemical weapons with help not only from Russia and Iran, but also from the West.

Syria Amassed Chemicals with Western Help

Sinai Group Claims Failed Attempt on Minister

Al-Qaeda-linked group in the Sinai claims responsibility for a failed assassination attempt that targeted Egypt’s interior minister.

Sinai Group Claims Failed Attempt on Minister

Kerry and Abbas Meet in London

No details released to the press of the closed-door meeting between the U.S. Secretary of State and the PA Chairman.

Kerry and Abbas Meet in London